TRUCK SERVICE MANUAL
COOLING SYSTEM
GENERAL
Subject
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PREFACE ...........................................................................................................................................
ANTIFREEZE - Permanent Type........................................................................................................
COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS:
Radiator ........................................................................................................................................
Cap ........................................................................................................................................
Filler neck...............................................................................................................................
Fins ........................................................................................................................................
Top and bottom tank ..............................................................................................................
Tubes .....................................................................................................................................
Engine Water Jacket ....................................................................................................................
Core plugs..............................................................................................................................
Drain plugs.............................................................................................................................
Gaskets ..................................................................................................................................
Water Pump .................................................................................................................................
Fan and Belts ...............................................................................................................................
Thermostat ...................................................................................................................................
Hose and Clamps .........................................................................................................................
Transmission Oil Cooler or Heat Exchanger ................................................................................
EFFECTS OF COOLING SYSTEM NEGLECT:
Overheating ..................................................................................................................................
Overcooling ..................................................................................................................................
COOLING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE:
Rust Prevention ............................................................................................................................
Seasonal Care..............................................................................................................................
Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................
Pressure Flushing ........................................................................................................................
Test Equipment:
Cooling System Pressure Tester ...........................................................................................
Hydrometer ............................................................................................................................
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
Causes of Coolant Loss ...............................................................................................................
Causes of Overheating.................................................................................................................
Causes of Overcooling .................................................................................................................
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